2001 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Carens | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1305 kg |
